What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Controls Technician I position at TPI Global Solutions?
Job Title: Electrical Controls Technician I
Location: Gettysburg / Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
Job Type: Direct Hire / Permanent
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts, with on-call and after-hours callout responsibilities
Relocation Assistance: Available for non-local candidates
Overview:
We are seeking an Electrical Controls Technician I to support electrical systems, PLC-based controls, compressor station operations, and general maintenance activities at industrial facilities in Pennsylvania.
This is a hands-on, field-level position ideal for candidates with experience troubleshooting industrial electrical equipment and control systems. Candidates from paper mills, steel mills, refineries, manufacturing plants, and other heavy industrial environments are strongly encouraged to apply.
This is an urgent hiring opportunity for a long-standing opening. The company is targeting a quick hiring decision through a single Teams interview, with the goal of hiring before the upcoming holidays.
Key Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial electrical equipment and systems.
- Troubleshoot and support PLC-based control systems and associated electrical components.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical and control equipment.
- Support compressor station operations and assist with equipment reliability.
- Perform general maintenance and operational duties as needed.
- Identify equipment malfunctions, investigate root causes, and implement corrective actions.
- Follow established safety procedures, electrical safety standards, and maintenance protocols.
- Respond to equipment issues and after-hours callouts when required.
- Work collaboratively with operations and maintenance teams to minimize equipment downtime.
Required Qualifications:
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial electrical equipment.
- Experience with electrical controls and PLC-based control systems.
- Ability to diagnose equipment issues and perform maintenance and repairs.
- Experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environment.
- Willingness to work on-site and participate in on-call and after-hours callout responsibilities.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and troubleshooting skills.
Preferred Industry Background:
Candidates with experience in any of the following environments are particularly encouraged to apply:
- Paper mills and pulp manufacturing
- Steel mills and metal processing
- Oil refineries and petrochemical facilities
- Heavy manufacturing and industrial plants
- Compressor stations or similar industrial facilities
Compensation and Benefits:
- Direct-hire, permanent employment
- Relocation assistance for eligible non-local candidates
- 10% annual bonus, paid in February
- Company vehicle provided
- Company cell phone provided
- Company computer provided
Interview Process:
- One-and-done Teams interview
- Urgent hiring timeline
- Target start before the upcoming holidays
Ideal Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate is a hands-on industrial electrical technician who can independently troubleshoot electrical equipment and PLC-based controls, support day-to-day operations, and respond effectively to equipment issues in a heavy industrial environment.
Interested candidates: Please share your updated resume, current location, and availability for a brief introductory call to discuss the opportunity.